2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE vs 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT - Spec Comparison
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2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE is a supercharged sport tourer built for riders seeking extreme performance and luxury comfort. Its 197 horsepower inline-four engine delivers thrilling acceleration while its touring ergonomics and premium features make it ideal for both spirited road trips and daily riding. Best known for combining supercharger technology with practical sport-touring capability, it appeals to experienced enthusiasts wanting ultimate power and versatility. A factory ABS option was also available.
2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT
The 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT is a sport touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking aggressive performance with practical comfort. Its 999cc inline-four engine delivers 152 horsepower and 106 Nm of torque, offering dynamic acceleration for both spirited riding and long-distance touring. The bike excels at combining sharp handling with wind protection and storage capability.
2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE vs 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT: the key differences
Both are sport tourers, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE makes 45.3 hp more (197.3 vs 152 hp).
- The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE has 31 Nm more torque (137 vs 106 Nm).
- The 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT is 42 kg lighter (226 vs 268 kg).
- The 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT has a 25 mm lower seat (810 vs 835 mm), which helps shorter riders.
- The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE carries 2 litres more fuel (19 vs 17 L).
2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE: Built for high-speed sport touring, devouring highway miles and mountain roads with equal ease.
2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT: Designed for riders who want a sport-touring machine that blends fast, engaging in-line four performance with all-day comfort and light luggage capability.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE if you want more power, more torque and a bigger tank. Choose the 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT if you want lighter weight and a lower seat. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE | 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Sport touring | Sport touring |
| Color Options | Emerald Blazed Green/Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic, Matte Graphenesteel Gray | Metallic Triton Blue, Candy Daring Red, Glass Sparkle Black |
| Comments | Advanced Rider Assist System. Blind spot monitoring. Forward collision warnings. Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Grip heaters. | 3 ride modes. Traction control. Cruise control. Bi-directional quickshift system. Connectivity. Windscreen. |
| Fuel Tank Material | Metal | - |
| Carrying capacity | - | Saddle bags |
| Fork tube size | - | 43 mm (1.7 inches) |
| Spark plugs | - | NGK CR9EIA-9 or DENSO IU27D |
| Brake fluid | - | DOT 4 |
| Tire pressure front | - | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Tire pressure rear | - | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Sprockets | - | 17/45 (front/rear) |
| Chain size | - | 525 |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| CO2 Emissions | 146 CO2 g/km | - |
| EPA Certificate No. | TKAXC.998AAL-005 | - |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | 6.22 L/100km (37.8 US mpg) | - |
| EPA CO Emissions | 0.3 CO g/km | - |
| Engine Type | In-line four, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l or 39.20 mpg) | ✓5.10 litres/100 km (19.6 km/l or 46.12 mpg) |
| Bore x Stroke | 76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) | 73.4 x 59.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 11.2:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | Digital | Electronic |
| Aspiration | Supercharged | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Lubrication System | Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler | Wet sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓197.3 HP (147.1 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 152.0 HP (110.9 kW) |
| Torque | ✓137.0 Nm (14.0 kgf-m or 101.0 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM | 106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.7362 HP/kg (wet) | 0.6726 HP/kg (wet) |
| 0-60 mph | 3.00 seconds | - |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 3.10 seconds | - |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Trellis, high-tensile steel with Swingarm Mounting Plate | Twin-spar aluminum |
| Front Suspension | 43mm inverted Showa fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manual spring preload adjustability and top-out springs/ | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear Suspension | Uni-Trak®,Showa BFRC gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping electronically-adjustable spring preload | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front Wheel Travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) | - |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | - |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.7° | 25.0° |
| Trail | 103 mm (4.1 inches) | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual | Wet, multi-plate type. Suzuki Clutch Assist. |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc. Brembo. Floating discs. 4-piston. ABS. | Double disc. ABS. Brembo, 4-piston. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. 2-piston. ABS. | Single disc. ABS. Nissin, 1-piston. |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) | - |
| ABS | Optional | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 190/55-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1481 mm (58.3 inches) | 1460 mm (57.5 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2174 mm (85.6 inches) | 2140 mm (84.3 inches) |
| Overall Width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) | 825 mm (32.5 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1260 mm (49.6 inches) | 1215 mm (47.8 inches) |
| Seat Height | 835 mm (32.9 inches) | ✓810 mm (31.9 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds) | ✓226.0 kg (498.2 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons) | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | - | 3.30 litres (3.49 US quarts) |
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